Flat Tire; Nuts, Bolts:; In Case of an Emergency- Page 193

2004 Mazda MX- 5 Miata Owners Manual

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In Case of an Emergency

Flat Tire

Form No. 8S15-EA-03G

3. Install the lug nuts with the beveled 

edge inward; tighten them by hand. 

4. Turn the jack handle counterclockwise 

and lower the vehicle. Use the lug 
wrench to tighten the nuts in the order 
shown.

If you’re unsure of how tight the nuts 
should be, have them inspected at an 
Authorized Mazda Dealer.

Nut tightening torque:

Don’t Apply Oil or Grease to Lug 
Nuts, Bolts:
Applying oil or grease to lug nuts and 
bolts is dangerous. The lug nuts could 
loosen while driving and cause the 
tire to come off, resulting in an 
accident. In addition, lug nuts and 
bolts could be damaged if tightened 
more than necessary. Do not apply oil 
or grease to lug nuts and bolts and do 
not tighten the lug nuts beyond the 
recommended tightening torque.

WARNING

N·m (kgf·m, ft·lbf) 88—118 (9—12, 65—87) 

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  • 3. Install the lug nuts with the beveled edge inward; tighten them by hand.
  • 4. Turn the jack handle counterclockwise and lower the vehicle.

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